Private charter between Honiara and Kirakira starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Honiara (HIR) to Kirakira (IRA) and Kirakira to Honiara — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Honiara and Kirakira is about 232 km (144 miles), or 125 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Honiara to Kirakira (and Kirakira to Honiara) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 52 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 50 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Honiara and Kirakira are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Honiara, Solomon Islands: Honiara International Airport.
Kirakira, Solomon Islands: Ngorangora Airport.
| Honiara International Airport | Ngorangora Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AGGH / HIR | AGGK / IRA |
| Longest hard runway | 7,218 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | UNK |
| Field elevation | 28 ft | 54 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,718 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,510 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,218 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,410 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,018 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,890 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,318 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,120 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,218 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,610 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,718 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,690 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 6,018 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,190 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,718 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,410 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,940 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,360 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,018 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,610 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,642 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,310 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,288 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,636 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,318 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,526 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,930 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,778 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,918 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,510 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,428 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,970 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,418 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,822 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,418 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,655 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Avu Avu Airport · Babanakira Airport · Tulaghi Heliport · Isuna Heliport · Nana Airport · Ulawa Airport
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Choose your wheels-up time — Honiara–Kirakira runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Honiara–Kirakira is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 52 min gate to gate over 232 km (144 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Honiara–Kirakira charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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